- Great American Business Leaders of the Twentieth Century
Herbert P. Buetow
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing
1953 - 1963
Fabricated Goods
b. 1898
| Education |  |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | University of Minnesota |
| Personal | |
|---|---|
| Born-Died | 1898 - 1972 |
| Birthplace | Minnesota (MN) |
| Race | White |
Through selective acquisitions, significant investments in research and development, and international expansion, Buetow continued 3M’s growth path. Under his leadership, 3M’s sales increased from $220 million to $690 million and earnings grew from $18 million to $84 million.